Conference Session

Best of Computers in Education Division

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Nathaniel Bird, Ohio Northern University

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Computers in Education

) (b) (c) (d)Figure 1: Example student quarter-long projects. (a) Laser-tag playing robots; (b) auto-mated fish tank monitor; (c) web-enabled thermostat; and (c) music-playing cloak.continuing in their program for as long as they have. As this course was junior-level, thestudents had more than the requisite circuits experience to build their devices.Many unique and interesting projects were developed and few of the most outstanding werethe following. See Figure 1 for images. • One group of two students built a pair of wheeled robots that played laser tag with each other. The robots were controlled by television remote controls, and played a sad song when a hit was

Conference Session

Innovative Program and Curricular Development

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Eugene Rutz, University of Cincinnati

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

AC 2011-500: USING THE ENGINEERING DESIGN PROCESS TO DE-VELOP AND IMPLEMENT A HIGH SCHOOL INTRODUCTION TO EN-GINEERING COURSEEugene Rutz, University of Cincinnati Eugene Rutz MS, PE is an Academic Director in the College of Engineering & Applied Science at the University of Cincinnati. He manages the college’s dual degree programs and the outreach to local high schools. Mr Rutz has experience as a mechanical design engineer, in nuclear power engineering and as a radiological engineer. He teaches courses for the College using distance learning and instructional technologies. Page 22.1644.1

Conference Session

Engineering Design in Pedagogy

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Louis S. Nadelson, Boise State University; Patricia Pyke, Boise State University; Janet Callahan, Boise State University; Anne Hay, Boise State University; Joshua Pfiester, Boise State University; Mark A. Emmet, Boise State University

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Design in Engineering Education, K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

AC 2011-441: CONNECTING SCIENCE WITH ENGINEERING: USINGINQUIRY AND DESIGN IN A TEACHER PROFESSIONAL DEVELOP-MENT COURSELouis S. Nadelson, Boise State University Louis S. Nadelson is an Assistant Professor in the College of Education at Boise State University. His research agenda is conducted within the context of STEM education and includes aspects of conceptual change, inquiry, and pre-service and in-service teacher education. He has published research ranging from teacher professional development to the impact of inquiry on STEM learning. Dr. Nadelson earned a B.S. degree in Biological and Physics Science from Colorado State University, a B.A. with concentrations in computing, mathematics and physics from

Conference Session

Faculty and Program Developments, Exchanges, and Partnerships

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Carl F. Zorowski, North Carolina State University

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International

marketplace for technological goods and services.References 1. Hirleman E., Atkinson D., Groll E., Matthews J., Xu L., Allert B., Hong W., Purdue Univ.; Albers A., Univ. Karlsruhe; Wittig L., German Aerospace Center, Koln; Lin Q., Xi L., Shanghai Jiao Tong Univ.; “GEARE: A Comprehensive Program for Globalizing Engineering Education”, American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference, 2004 2. Parkinson A, Brigham Young Univ., “Engineering Study Abroad programs, Formats, Challenges, Best Practices”,2007-422, American Society of Engineering Education Annual Conference, 2007 3. Abubakr S., Qi D., Western Michigan Univ., “Development of Global Engineering Education in China for Western Michigan University

Conference Session

Pedagogical Innovations in Laboratory Education

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Brian P. Sangeorzan, Oakland University; Matthew Nathaniel Bruer, Oakland University; Laila Guessous, Oakland University; Xia Wang, Oakland University

Tagged Divisions

Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

lines to better package theapparatus and minimize the chance to snag or pull on a soft line. Some transparent lines arerequired to inspect for air in the system. Also, the electronic components will be better sealedagainst any liquid intrusion in the next generation. The current injection fluid additive isrelatively safe, odor-less and non-irritating, but we continue to look for possibly betteralternatives.References1. Heywood, John B., “Internal Combustion Engine Fundamentals”, McGraw-Hill, 1988.2. Ford Motor Company Website: http://www.ford.com/suvs/explorer/specifications/, accessed on 1/18/11.3. Doebelin, Ernest O. ,“Measurement Systems: Applications and Design,” 4th ed., McGraw-Hill, 1990.4. Fox, R.F., Pritchard, P.J., and McDonald

Conference Session

Systems Engineering Division Poster Session

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Adeel Khalid, Southern Polytechnic State University; Chyna Kristin Vaughn

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Systems Engineering

about a series ofpropositions regarding waiting in line and the mental affect traffic congestion has on drivers andpassengers19. In review of these propositions, it is important to note that not all of hispropositions highlight the impact the brain and emotions have on traffic congestion. Eachproposition has an imaginative scenario tied to it to assist in illustrating its derivation.Proposition #1: Unoccupied time feels longer than occupied time - Engagement in a conversationwith a passenger or family member on a cellular phone mentally decreases the amount of timefor travel between point A and B.Proposition #2: Anxiety makes waits seem longer – The distance between point A and B seemslonger when the driver has to use the restroom, is late for

Conference Session

Design Communications & Cognition I

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Tiffany Tseng, Stanford University; Maria Yang, Massachusetts Institute of Technology

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Design in Engineering Education

piecerotated with respect to the aluminum frame. As a result, the rotating plastic pieces were countedas moving components, leading to a total of 32 moving parts. For the crane shown in Figure 2b,all parts moved with respect to a stationary base, which is held by the student in the picture. Allparts excluding the ones on the base were counted as moving, leading to a total of 38 movingparts. Page 22.1501.7 (a) Omnidirectional wheels (32 moving parts) (b) Crane (38 moving parts) Figure 3: Examples of MCMs with moving componentsTwo subjective criteria were used to judge the MCMs: originality and complexity. Both

Conference Session

Focus on Capstone Experiences in the Chemical Engineering Curriculum

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Philip H. Harding, Oregon State University; Milo Koretsky, Oregon State University

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Chemical Engineering

should be able to: (a) design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze andinterpret data; (b) communicate effectively; and (c) implement formal practices of projectplanning and management.Curricular Context and DesignIn 2002, the biological engineering program at Oregon State University joined the Department ofChemical Engineering (CHE) at Oregon State University. Five years later the environmentalengineering program was incorporated, and the department renamed the School of Chemical,Biological, and Environmental Engineering (CBEE). Since this time, CBEE has worked towarda common curricula for these three “process engineering” degree programs where appropriate.Figure 1 summarizes the student distribution from the past 3 years, showing also

Conference Session

Focus on Entry Experiences in Chemical Engineering

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Margot A. Vigeant, Bucknell University; Lori Smolleck, Bucknell University

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Chemical Engineering

for 20% of the students’ grade in the course.Some sample Gizmos from this project are shown in Figures 1 and 2. You can also get asense of the expo from these images, which is held in a large dining hall on campus. Page 22.746.7A) Rube-Goldberg Energy Conservation B) Impact Tester, as used C) Electrical Circuit Puzzle,Demonstration, with Bucknell Engineers. by Girl Scout attendees. A with ENGR 100 students.A ball moves down an incline, into a cup sample, held with The Gizmo is a simple circuitthat tips another incline, catapulting a

Conference Session

Assessing Students and Programs

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Christa Moll Weisbrook, University of Missouri; William Schonberg, Missouri University of Science & Technology

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New Engineering Educators

and these criteria [as described in the document], (b)a process that periodically documents and demonstrates that the objectives are based on theneeds of the program’s various constituencies, and (c) an assessment and evaluation process thatperiodically documents and demonstrates the degree to which these objectives are attained.” Insimple terms, program educational objectives describe the final goal of an engineering program,which is to develop competent engineers who are equipped to fulfill their responsibility to theiremployers and society. The process of establishing those goals must include input from those theprogram serves and assessment must take place to demonstrate that the program is achievingthose goals.B. Program OutcomesAs

Conference Session

Innovative Adult and Technology Enhanced Programs

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Gale Tenen Spak, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Peter Schmitt, Schmitt & Associates, LLC; Cesar Bandera, Cell Podium LLC

Tagged Divisions

Continuing Professional Development

Commander, Safety Officer, or dispatcher selectsrelevant safety courses (see Figure 5). SSP deployed to the incident are enrolled in JITTEISwhich sends to their cell phones all lessons and messages associated with that incident, includingupdates. At any time, SSP can view the content on their cell phones, and forward it tocolleagues. SSP can also send photos and videos captured on their cell phones to JITTEIS viaMMS or email; JITTEIS stores all media submitted from the field and assigns it to the selection Page 22.1028.11of incident-relevant safety courses. a. Likely sites of influenza b. Testing PPE for proper fit c. Skin lesion caused by d

Conference Session

ECE Division Poster Session

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Aikaterini Bagiati, Purdue University, West Lafayette; Chrysoula Florou, University of Thessaly, Greece; Ioanna Kosmopoulou, University Of Thessaly, Greece; Elias N. Houstis, University of Thessaly

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Electrical and Computer

AC 2011-1715: 3RD GRADERS EXPERIENCE ON USING AN AUTODI-DACTIC PROGRAMMING SOFTWARE: A PHENOMENOLOGICAL PER-SPECTIVEAikaterini Bagiati, Purdue University, West Lafayette Having acquired a Diploma in Electrical Engineering and a Masters Degree in Advanced Digital Com- munication in the Aristotle University in Greece, and after having worked as an educator both in formal and informal settings for 10 years now, I have, since January 2008, started the PhD Program in the School of Engineering Education at Purdue University. My research interests are : Developmental Engineering; Engineering in PreK-3; Early Engineering Curriculum Development; Use of Art to enhance Engineering Design; Educational Software; Educational

Conference Session

Biological & Agricultural Technical Session II

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael E. Manoogian, Loyola Marymount University

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Biological & Agricultural

of Engineering,Washington D.C.; 2008.(5) Johnson, A. T., “Biology for Engineers.” CRC Press, Boca Raton, FL.; 2011.(6) Tozeren, A. and S. W. Beyers. “New Biology for Engineers and Computer Scientists,” Pearson PrenticeHall, New Jersey; 2004. Page 22.290.7(7) Vaccari, D. A., P. F. Strom, J. E. Alleman. “Environmental Biology for Engineers and Scientists,”Wiley, New Jersey; 2006.(8) Waite, G. N., L. R. Waite, W. X. Balcavage, M. B. Worrell. “Applied Cell and Molecular Biology forEngineers,” McGraw Hill, New York; 2007.(9) ”Criteria for Accrediting Engineering Programs: Effective for Evaluations During the 2011-2012Accreditation Cycle,” ABET

Conference Session

Design Across Disciplines

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

William Besser, University of Saint Thomas; AnnMarie Thomas, University of Saint Thomas

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Design in Engineering Education

. Print.[47] Felder, Richard M. "On Creating Creative Engineers." Journal of Engineering Education 77 (1987): 222-227.[48] Plucker, J.,Beghetto, R., and Dow G. “Why Isn’t Creativity More Important to Educational Psychologists?Potentials, Pitfalls, and Future.,” Educational Psychology, 39(2004), 83-96.[49] Charyton, Christine, and John A. Merrill. "Assessing General Creativity and Creative Engineering Design inFirst Year Engineering Students." Journal of Engineering Education April (2009): 145-54.[50] Larson, Michael C., Benjamin H. Thomas, and Peter O. Leviness. "Assessing Creativity in Engineers."Mechanical Engineering Design Education: Issues and Case Studies 102 (1999): 1-6.[51] Stouffer, W. B., Jefferey S. Russell, and Michael G. Olivia

Conference Session

Project-Based Education in Energy Curriculum

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hassan Moghbelli, Ph.D., Texas A&M University, Department of Mathematics; Haitham Abu_Rub, Texas A&M University at Qatar, ECE Department

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Energy Conversion and Conservation

-electric.com/[9] H. Moghbelli, et al, “Investigation of Solar Energy Applications with Design and Implementation of Photovoltaic Traffic Light Signal System for Qatar (Student Project)”, UREP 4-17-71 Technical report, QNRP, Oct. 2008.[10] „Global wind energy council (GWEC) global wind 2007 Report- Second Edition‟, May 2008. http://www.gwec.net/fileadmin/documents/test2/gwec-08-update_FINAL.pdf[11] http://www.climate.org/2002/topics/green/wind.shtml[12] Robert B. Schainker,, Executive Overview: Energy Storage Options for a Sustainable Energy Future”, IEEE Power Engineering Society General Meeting, 2004, USA, Vol. 2, pp. 2309-2314.[13] Hiren Patel and Vivek Agarwal, Maximum Power Point Tracking Scheme

Conference Session

Recruitment, Retention, and First-Year Programs in ECE

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Hector A. Ochoa, University of Texas, Tyler; Mukul Shirvaikar, University of Texas, Tyler

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Electrical and Computer

Engineering Education, January 200311. R. Sash, H. Detloff, B. Chen, N. Grandgenett, D. Duran, “Work in Progress: Retention of Freshmen Computer and Electronics Engineering Students,” 36th ASEE/IEEE Frontiers in Education Conference, San Diego, CA, 200612. J. Y. Z. Wang, M. Saifi, “Teaching and Learning in Engineering Freshman Year,” Proceedings of the 2001 ASEE Annual Conference and Exposition, 2001.13. J. R. Parsons, J. E. Seat, R. M. Bennett, J. H. Forrester, F. T. Gilliam, P. G. Klukken, C. D. Pionke, D. R. Raman, T. H. Scott, W. R. Schleter, F. E. Weber, D. C. Yoder, “The Engage program: implementing an assessing a new first year experience at the university of Tennessee,” Journal of Engineering Education, October 2002.14. R

Conference Session

Tools of the Trade

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Craig G. Downing, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

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Engineering Management

; Williams, B. (2005). Six Sigma for Dummies. Hoboken, NJ: Wiley Publishing, Inc.2. Cloutier, M., Richards, J. (1994). Examining customer satisfaction in a big school. Quality Progress (September), 117-19.3. Mazur, G. H. “The Application of Quality Function Deployment (QFD) to Design a Course in Total Quality Management (TQM) at The University of Michigan College of Engineering”, Proceedings of International Conference on Quality-1996 Yokohama, JUSE, October 15-18, 1996, pp.1-7.4. Wang Q, "Program Design for Industrial Engineering Education in China Based on QFD," vol. 3, pp.333-336, 2010 Second International Workshop on Education Technology and Computer Science.5. El-Haik, B., & Al-Aomar, R. (2006). Simulation-Based Lean Six-Sigma

Conference Session

FPD VII: Innovative Curriculum Elements of Successful First-Year Courses

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Barbara Elizabeth Carruthers, The Ohio State University; Paul Alan Clingan, The Ohio State University - EEIC

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First-Year Programs

Society of EngineeringEducation, 2010.2. Integration of Simulation into the Undergraduate Fluid Mechanics Curriculum Using FLUENT.Bhaskaran, R. and Collins, L. s.l. : American Society of Engineering Education , 2003.3. A Three-Semester Interdisciplinary Educational Program in Microsystems Engineering. Ameel, T., Gale,B., and Harvey, I. s.l. : American Society of Engineering Education, 2003.4. Using Computational Fluid Dynamics to Excite Undergrad Students about Fluid Mechanics. Pines, D.s.l. : American Society of Engineering Education, 2004.5. Work in Progress: Micro-/Nanotechnology 'Lab on a Chip' Research Project for First-Year HonorsEngineering Program. Clingan, P.A., Tomasko, D.L. and Allam, Y. s.l. : Institute of Electrical andElectronics

Conference Session

Panel on Innovative Graduate Education Concepts: Organized by the National Institute of Aerospace

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Mark Shaurette, Purdue University; Joe Orczyk, Purdue University

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Graduate Studies

cancontinue to delay completion of this work for up to five years from the end of their first semesterin the program. The five students that started in the fall of 2006 and have not submitted theirDirected Project have a December 2011 deadline. Distance education appeals to busy people. Page 22.1134.7However, the burden can be overwhelming. “Distance-education students tend to leave usbecause they are very busy, their lives are crammed full of things, and suddenly they findthemselves in a situation of having to rethink their priorities,” says Jacquelyn B. Tulloch, theexecutive dean of distance education and college services at the LeCroy center. “Very

Conference Session

Teams and Teamwork in Design

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2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

(Ruth) Jill Urbanic, University of Windsor; Susan S. Sawyer-Beaulieu, University of Windsor

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Design in Engineering Education

that may not be reusable or remanufacturable, but you would recoverfor recycling? If so, which parts and why?(7) For the subparts identified in questions (4), (5) and (6), estimate ease of parts recoverability. Foreach subpart assign a value of ease of recoverability, e.g. 1, 2, 3, etc., from most easily recoverable partto least recoverable. Indicate factors taken into consideration, for example number of fasteners,condition and/or accessibility of part and fasteners, material composition of part (metal vs non-metal),etc.Class discussion.Part B Assessment of Part Recoverability by DisassemblyAssess the recoverability of the subparts identified in Part A. Disassemble the “most easilyrecoverable subpart” from the parts assembly, and, if time

Conference Session

Best of Computers in Education Division

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

John Patrick Hogan, Missouri S&T; Dan Cernusca, Missouri University of Science & Technology

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Computers in Education

common suggestions targeted Wikis as follows: a)more time to work on Wikis; b) more assignments on Wikis’ topics to make better use of thesematerials, and c) creating an overview of each Wikis’ conclusions for easier understanding.Conclusions and Further ActionsA plethora of strategies exists to create opportunities for active learning in higher educationclassrooms – however the effectiveness of such transient learning environments in transferringtheir benefits outside the classroom remains nebulous. We present exploratory results of studentperceptions of a synergic integration of Gallery Walks (an active learning strategy) with a courseWiki (a collaborative authoring Web tool). This integration was designed to extend the benefitsof active

Conference Session

Innovations in Teaching: Mechanics

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jim M. Papadopoulos, University of Wisconsin - Stout; Christopher Papadopoulos, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus; Vincent C. Prantil, Milwaukee School of Engineering

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Mechanics

”, Journal for Geometry and Graphics, Volume 2, pp. 169-179, 1998. 2. Krueger, T.J. and R.E. Barr. “The Feasibility of Teaching FEA in a Freshman Graphics Course”, in Proceedings of the ASEE Gulf-Southwest Annual Conference, Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi, 2005. 3. Cole, W.E. “Incorporating CAD Analysis Tools into the Mechanical Engineering Technology Curriculum”, Technology Transfer, Volume 3 No.3, Fall 1999. 4. Ural, A. and J. Yost. “Integration of Finite Element Modeling and Experimental Evaluation in a Freshman Project”, in Proceedings of the ASEE Mid-Atlantic Annual Conference, Villanova University, October 2010. 5. Brinson, L.C., T. Belytschko, B. Moran, and T. Black. “Design and

Conference Session

Electrical and Computer Engineering Laboratories

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

William Graff, LeTourneau University; Paul R. Leiffer, LeTourneau University; Matthew G. Green, LeTourneau University; Joel Koblich, LeTourneau University

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Division Experimentation & Lab-Oriented Studies

Goldberg contraption – an elaborate set of arms, wheels, gears, handles, cups, androds, put in motion by balls, canary cages, pails, boots, bathtubs, paddles, and live animals –takes a simple task and makes it extraordinarily complicated. He had solutions for How To GetThe Cotton Out Of An Aspirin Bottle, imagined a Self-Operating Napkin, and created a SimpleAlarm Clock – to name just a few of his hilariously depicted drawings.”2Figure 1 shows a sample Rube Goldberg Cartoon, described as follows: “As you sit onpneumatic cushion (A), you force air through a tube (B) which starts ice boat (C), causing lightedcigar butt (D) to explode balloon (E). Dictator (F), hearing loud report, thinks he's been shot andfalls over backward on bulb (G), snapping

Conference Session

Great Ideas for Projects that Teach Instrumentation

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Michael Keller, University of Tulsa; Jeremy S. Daily, University of Tulsa

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Instrumentation

(-) 12 Lt.Brown, Br/Wt Pressure Sensor Out(-) 11 Brown Pressure Sensor Out(+) 10 White, Or/Wt Pressure Sensor EX(-) 9 Orange Pressure Sensor EX(+) 8 Lt.Green, Gr/Wt Accelerometer Out(+) 7 Green Accelerometer Out(-) 6 Solid Color Wire Solenoid Valve Control 5 Green Quadrature Channel Z 4 White Quadrature Channel A 3 Blue Quadrature Channel B 2 Red/Blue +5V

Conference Session

Laboratory Development in ECE

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Kathleen Meehan, Virginia Tech; David Fritz, VA Tech

Tagged Divisions

Electrical and Computer

AC 2011-1540: INTEGRATING A NONTRADITIONAL HANDS-ON LEARN-ING COMPONENT INTO ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS COURSESFOR MECHANICAL ENGINEERING STUDENTSKathleen Meehan, Virginia Tech Kathleen Meehan is an Associate Professor in the Bradley Department of Electrical and Computer En- gineering at Virginia Tech. Prior to joining Virginia Tech, she worked at the University of Denver and West Virginia University as well as having worked 12 years in industry. Her research interests include optoelectronic materials and devices and high heat load packaging in addition to Electrical Engineering pedagogy.David Fritz, VA Tech

Conference Session

IE Technical Session II

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Jo Min, Iowa State University; Wenbo Shi, Iowa State University

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Industrial Engineering

Multidisciplinary Engineering Capstone Design. Proceedings of the 2010 American Society for Engineering Education Conference, Louisville, KY.[5] Stern H. P. E., Marcus, A. B. (2002). Short, Instructional Modules for Teaching Ethical and Societal. Proceedings of the 2002 ASEE Southeastern Section Annual Meeting, Gainesville, FL.[6] Criteria for Accrediting Engineering Programs: Effective for Evaluations during the 2010-2011 Accreditation Cycle, Retrieved Dec. 24, 2010 from: http://www.abet.org/Linked%20Documents-UPDATE/Criteria%20and%20PP/E001%2010-11%2 0EAC%20Criteria%201-27-10.pdf[7] Learning Outcomes for the Department of Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering at Iowa State University. Retrieved Dec. 24, 2010 from: http

Conference Session

Innovative Adult and Technology Enhanced Programs

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Eugene Rutz, University of Cincinnati

Tagged Divisions

Continuing Professional Development

AC 2011-499: LESSONS LEARNED OFFERING A COMBINED BS ENGI-NEERING (WITH COOPERATIVE EDUCATION) AND MBAEugene Rutz, University of Cincinnati Eugene Rutz, MS, PE is an Academic Director in the College of Engineering & Applied Science at the University of Cincinnati. He manages the college’s dual degree programs and outreach programs with local high schools. Industry experience includes mechanical design engineering, the nuclear power industry and radiological engineering. Eugene also teaches courses for the college using distance learning and instructional technologies. Page 22.1011.1

Conference Session

Research and Models for Professional Development

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Meagan C. Ross, Purdue University, West Lafayette

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K-12 & Pre-College Engineering

AC 2011-1954: PREPARING COUNSELORS TO ADVOCATE STEM CA-REERS: A PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT MODEL FOR K-12 COUN-SELORSMeagan C Ross, Purdue University, West Lafayette Meagan Ross is a Ph.D. student in the College of Engineering Education at Purdue University. She received a B.S. in Computer Science from Texas Woman’s University, and a M.S. in Electrical Engineer- ing from Texas Tech University. Prior to beginning her doctoral studies, she worked as a micro-opto- electromechanical systems engineer for Texas Instruments. Meagan began working for Institute for P-12 Engineering Research and Learning (INSPIRE) in the area of teacher professional development in 2009. Meagan is passionate about providing awareness of

Conference Session

Active and Project-Based Learning

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Eric Constans, Rowan University; Jennifer Kadlowec, Rowan University

Tagged Divisions

Mechanical Engineering

has been taught to third-year students atRowan for the past eleven years. It is modeled on traditional applied kinematics courses.Sample topics include: • Introduction to mechanisms • Graphical linkage synthesis • Fourbar, slider-crank, inverted slider-crank and other linkages • Position, velocity and acceleration analysis • Inverse dynamic analysis of linkagesDepending upon the instructor, the mechanical systems are modeled using an a)trigonometric/algebraic approach or b) a vectorial constraint equation approach. In the secondapproach, a system of nonlinear constraint equations is developed for each problem, which issolved using MATLAB or similar software. The author uses the second approach when teaching

Conference Session

Outstanding Contributions: Mechanical Engineering Education

Collection

2011 ASEE Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Blake M. Ashby, Grand Valley State University; Alan F. Asay, Woolley Engineering Research Corp.

Tagged Divisions

Mechanical Engineering

, Page 22.1221.4valuable information can be learned about the vehicle’s motion throughout the event. For thepurposes of this course project, the students were instructed to make the following simplifyingassumptions: air drag was insignificant, there were no elevation changes of the ground in thevicinity of this event, the vehicle’s rotation was solely about its longitudinal axis during thetumbling phase, and the vehicle rolled along the ground during the tumbling phase (i.e., it did notvault vertically into the air).AnalysesWith the information provided, the students were tasked with completing a series of analyses thatbuilt upon each other: a) Calculate the translational speed of the vehicle center of mass (vG) throughout the event. b